The blog post starts a new series called “Tools of the Trade” (TotT) where I post information regarding software tools I use in IT on a daily or weekly basis.
Note: TotT is not a series of in-depth reviews, but one of those ‘I wish I had known about that’ or information on ‘what tools are other folks using’.
My goals for TotT:
- Keep the posts short
- Include the download URL
- Recommend products that save me time and effort
- Use low-cost or free software where possible
With that said, let’s get started with one of my all-time favorites…
Title: #01 PortableApps
Published: 05/13/2016
Publisher: Open Source
Version: 14.1
File size: 9.0 MB
Frequency of use: DAILY
Cost: Free but donations are accepted
(BTC, LTC & PayPal)
Website: http://portableapps.com
Download URL: Click here to download
DESCRIPTION
A portable app is a computer program that you can carry around with you on a portable device or cloud drive and use on any Windows computer. When your USB flash drive, portable hard drive, iPod or other portable device is plugged in or your cloud drive is synced, you have access to your software and personal data just as you would on your own PC. And when you unplug the device, none of your personal data is left behind.
- No Special Hardware
Use any USB flash drive, portable hard drive, etc. - No Additional Software
Just download, run the portable installer and go - No Kidding
It’s that easy
MY 2 CENTS
PortableApps is great for running other software on PCs that are locked down (no local admin rights / no software install rights).